Installation Procedure
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- Do not reuse the crankshaft oil seal or rear cover gasket.
- Do not apply any type of sealant to the rear cover gasket, unless specified.
- The special tool in this procedure is used to properly center the crankshaft rear oil seal.
- All gasket surfaces should be free of oil or other foreign material during assembly.
- The crankshaft rear oil seal MUST be centered in relation to the crankshaft.
- An improperly aligned rear cover may cause premature rear oil seal wear and/or engine assembly oil leaks.
- Apply a 5 mm (0.2 in) bead of sealant, 20 mm (0.8 in) to the 2 joints (a) at the rear of the block/pan. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Inspect the rear oil gallery plug for proper installation.
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